Family:
Convolvulaceae
Convolvulus erubescens
Australian Bindweed
Other Names: Blushing Bindweed
Regional Subspecies:
Occurrence:
Habitat & Site Selection:
Sclerophyll forest, woodland and grassland. Prefers well-drained soil and full sun.
Habit:
Perennial with trailing and twining stems, with highly variable leaves. Pink flowers throughout year, mainly spring-summer.
Seed Collection:
Mid Jan to late Feb.
Propagation:
From cuttings, which strike readily. Also from seed, which may require scarifying.
VALUES:
First Nations:
Plant parts boiled and extract used to treat diarrhoea and stomach ache.
Ornamental:
Useful small climber or trailer for gardens. Highly attractive in flower.
Other:
Grazed readily by stock.